SEC/Technical Accounting Consultant

Title: SEC/Technical Accounting Consultant 
Company: Financial Services Industry 
Compensation: $80-100/hr (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly consolidation activities across multiple entities and investment structures.
• Evaluate and maintain accounting conclusions related to consolidation matters, including ASC 810 and variable interest entity (VIE) considerations.
• Prepare and review consolidation entries, eliminations, supporting schedules, and analyses supporting the close and reporting processes.
• Research, document, and support accounting treatment for complex and non-routine transactions
• Develop and maintain technical accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings and related financial statement disclosures.
• Partner with accounting teams to ensure the accurate integration of investment entities and other structures into consolidated financial statements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors regarding technical accounting and consolidation matters.
• Support and enhance the SOX control environment related to financial reporting and accounting operations.
• Mentor junior accounting professionals, provide technical guidance, and lead key project workstreams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA designation required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience within a public company, multinational organization, or similarly complex environment.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, including consolidation accounting and technical accounting research.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating and documenting accounting positions for complex transactions.
• Experience preparing technical accounting memoranda and supporting external audits.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting background, ideally with a Big 4 or nationally recognized accounting firm.
• Experience within asset management, alternative investments, private equity, investment partnerships, or other complex financial services environments.
• Exposure to public company financial reporting and SEC compliance.
• Knowledge of fund structures, partnership accounting, and related reporting considerations.
• Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to leverage technology to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.

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• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
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